The Lucky Duck

My favorite bar in Austin finally serves food in the back! The food is really good for bar food in my opinion. I absolutely love their chicken nuggets (cut up pieces of chicken thigh aka juicy!). If you're visiting Austin I recommend you stop here for drinks or go around this location as East Austin is literally the place to be right now (2025). I absolutely love their dj's and espresso martinis (the best in Austin! Strong not sweet). It's a small bar when you walk in and the back yard is big for outdoor seating. I love this place to start or end my night!

Lucky Duck is one of those East Austin gems that perfectly captures the city's lively, laid-back vibe. Tucked into a fantastic location, this spot offers the trifecta of great food, expertly crafted drinks, and music that always hits the right note. Whether you're rolling in with friends for a fun night out or flying solo to mingle and meet new people, the atmosphere is electric yet chill. The outdoor seating is perfect, and when the music starts, it's hard not to feel the good vibes. The area is also packed with other venues to explore, so you can turn one fun night into a whole adventure. It's the kind of place that feels like home, even if it's your first visit.

We live with if walking distance and will stop by every now and again. Weekends are usually tough because there's always a line going down the walk with folks waiting to get in.They've got a nice outdoor patio area and food truck.Fun decor and drink specials.Cool bartenders.

This place was a great environment! We came with a group of 10 and sat on the back porch and had a great time. The staff was super friendly. They have a giant projector for sports outside. Would definitely recommend and definitely come back!

Bouncer was aggressive. Me and my friends were in the patio near the exit and he assumed we were exiting and shoved our friend outside. He asked us, is that your friend? We said yes. He said well y'all can go exit too.That was actually very upsetting. We ordered 4 drinks and tipped well because we're celebrating a birthday and I drove all the way from Dallas to Austin have a good time. This bar is apparently super popular, so having to experience that was very upsetting. Everyone around us were confused too, seeing that short man push our girl friend was disappointing.

Lucky Duck has some amazing Happy Hour specials and the good vibes to go with it! This was a Thursday where they have a double meat burger with fries for $5. Amazing deal and the burger is top tier delish! Pair it with a few cocktails and the Thursday Latin Night DJ...I'm sold. Probably going to be our regular Thursday hangout spot :) packing is beyond adorable as well!

We stopped by the Lucky Duck while we were bar hopping on east 6th street for a birthday. It was a Friday night so the place, including the expansive back patio, was packed. We were lucky to snag a picnic table and hangout for a while. They had a fun DJ playing music. Their restroom lines were really long and slow, but the bar lines went quickly as they had quite a few bars to choose from.

LLucky Duck is hands down one of my favorite bars in Austin. It's not just a place to grab a drink; it's an experience. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a fun rubber ducky claw game machine that's as entertaining as it sounds. The drinks are top-notch, offering a variety that can cater to any palate, and the vibe is just unbeatable. Whether it's a laid-back day or a lively night, Lucky Duck has you covered. On weekends, they turn it up a notch with live music in the back and sports games projected for everyone to enjoy. You can find folks lounging at picnic tables, day drinking, and soaking up the good times. And let's talk about their champagne specials - $7 bottles of champagne all day until 7pm on weekends, complete with free juice options like orange, grapefruit, pineapple, and cranberry to craft your perfect mimosa. It's an ideal spot for hanging out with friends or impressing a date. The Lucky Duck has mastered the art of a great time.

Lucky duck is always a good time, bartenders and front door staff are always friendly. But man, during the cold, the bar is freezing! Owners may want to add heaters not just for the patrons but for your staff. Poor dudes look cold as heck! Recommend adding heaters for sure! Gave a 3 out of 5 not bc of the staff but because it's as cold inside as it is outside!

Usually not a bad spot for a few bevs on a night out. But on this particular night, we went in, got a few drinks, and realized upon leaving that one of us had left our credit card at the bar. Speaking to the bouncer, we explained the situation and offered to leave an id/phone with him while we quickly went to the bar to pick it up and leave. The bouncer must have been on the BIGGEST ego trip of his life. He was so rude and clearly doesn't have an ounce of empathy in his entire body. My guy, if you're a bouncer on 6th, you're not hot shit -- hate to break it to you. You could have let us in to get the card like a decent human, but you chose to be shitty. Maybe choose human connection and empathy next time. Don't worry though, we got the card back through the side entrance -- where the staff weren't so shitty. Cheers lucky duck, here's to never again